Escondido, California
Vista Del Lago Memory Care
Memory Care
1817 Avenida Del Diablo, Escondido, CA 92029
Vista del Lago Memory Care is a free-standing memory care community in Escondido, California, serving residents with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
- Licensed capacity
- 96 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- September 2020
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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Findings in the state record
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 1
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 3
AI summary
Vista Del Lago Memory Care has recorded 3 Type A findings (the state's most severe citation class, tied to resident safety or care) across nearly 6 years of operation, with 1 of those occurring within the past three years alongside 2 substantiated allegations.
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- Track record — Over almost six years of licensure, the community has drawn 3 Type A citations and 9 Type B citations (administrative findings like paperwork or posting gaps), showing a pattern worth discussing rather than an isolated incident.
- Recent 3 years — In the past three years, 1 Type A and 2 Type B citations were issued out of 9 dated inspections, meaning the concern is not confined to the distant past and has continued into the recent record.
- Complaints — Complaint investigations (28 lifetime, 17 in the past three years) substantially outnumber routine inspections, and about 15% of investigated allegations were substantiated, with 6 substantiated allegations total and 2 of those in the recent window.
- Operating tenure — Just under six years of continuous licensure gives a reasonably solid base of inspection cycles to judge the record by, rather than a handful of early snapshots.
- 1.Can you walk us through what the Type A citation from the past three years involved and what corrective steps were verified afterward?
- 2.Which categories of allegations were substantiated, and what corrective actions were taken and confirmed by follow-up visits?
- 3.Given the higher volume of complaint investigations compared to routine inspections, what typically prompts complaints here and how are they resolved?
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #374604274
- License status
- Licensed
Full history on file
These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.
- Inspection visits
- 5
- Complaint investigation visits
- 28
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 3
- Type B citations · administrative
- 9
- Substantiated allegations
- 6
Available reports · 44
Complaint investigation
Apr 26, 2026
Complaint investigation
Apr 26, 2026
Facility evaluation
Apr 8, 2026
Complaint investigation
Dec 30, 2025
Complaint investigation
Dec 30, 2025
1–5 of 44 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Memory CareStarting at$5,000 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $5,000 / mo
- Private Rooms
- $6,000 / mo
Financial Assistance
What is the ALW?
The Assisted Living Waiver is a Medi-Cal program that pays for assisted living care in place of a nursing home. Residents must be on Medi-Cal (no share of cost) and meet a nursing-facility level of care; only communities enrolled with the state can accept it.
Listed as a participating provider by the California Department of Health Care Services (Jan 2026 list).
Care & support
Daily Care Services
9 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Incontinence care
- Non-ambulatory care
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Mobility assistance
Specialized Care
3 services
- Respite / Short-term care
- Dementia care
- Cognitive learning center
Memory Care
2 services
- Dementia-certified staff
- Specialized memory care activities
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
21 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Pet Friendly
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Spa services
- Beauty salon / Barber
- On-site market / Store
- Game room / Billiards
- Piano / Music room
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Fitness center / Gym
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Café / Bistro
Outdoor Spaces
6 features
- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Patio seating areas
- Outdoor common space
- BBQ / Grill area
- Raised garden beds
Dining Options
7 features
- Room service
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Restaurant-style dining
- Professional chef
- Vegetarian/Vegan Options
- Private Dining Room
Transportation
2 features- Scheduled transportation
- Personal Vehicle Parking
Family & Visitors
2 features- Family support services
- Guest meals available
Community Services
2 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.6Average RatingAveraged from 62 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Families overwhelmingly praise Vista Del Lago's attentive, compassionate staff and strong communication, though it's worth confirming pricing structure and fit for lower-acuity residents before committing.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly describe caregivers, nurses, and med techs as kind, patient, and deeply attentive, often naming specific staff members who went above and beyond.
- Communication — Families consistently highlight proactive updates through calls, texts, emails, photos, and videos, including from administrators and the executive director, especially valued during pandemic restrictions.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — Multiple reviewers note the facility is cleaned multiple times a day and always smells and looks fresh.
- Dining — Residents and families mention good food quality, including homemade bread and a bistro option, with meals frequently described as excellent.
- Activities & dignity — Reviewers appreciate creative activities, live entertainment, and staff efforts to keep residents engaged and treated with respect during hospice transitions and daily care.
- Value & pricing — One reviewer described the community as expensive though worth it, and another noted semi-private rooms were the only affordable option, so families should clarify current pricing tiers and what drives cost increases.
- Fit for care level — At least one family felt their loved one was too high-functioning for the level of need among other residents, so it's worth asking how the community assesses fit for early-stage dementia.
- Atmosphere & grounds — A reviewer described the memory care floor as closed and dark, so touring that specific unit in person is recommended.
- Communication — One older review mentioned recurring issues with laundry items going missing, so ask about current laundry and personal belongings tracking procedures.
The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.
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